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Far From Mind- Questionku String

it seems to be true when far from site...far from mind why must this be so my heart aches for friends the circle is getting small should I join them too what seems to connect are these strings made of choice words will silence sever just one of a crowd the glory days have all gone will love still remain Eileen Manassian

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Ma Yaseen

Date: 9/26/2014 7:26:00 AM

A brilliant one, I never knew about this form, seems attractive or may be it is just because of your word flow that it attracts...

Jack Ellison

Date: 9/25/2014 10:11:00 AM

Love from Cathie and I is FOREVER!!!! Love you, sweet lady... XXX

Charmaine Chircop

Date: 9/24/2014 7:58:00 AM

I forgot the smiley after my statement - 'Don t you dare to quit on us ' : ).Repeated!!

Charmaine Chircop

Date: 9/24/2014 7:56:00 AM

Hi my sweet sweet Eileen.Many of my closest friends or stopped posting,or post once in a million years : (grrr..Still counting on you though: ).You are the creamy part of the soup,So dont you dare quit on us..Things will get back to normal..Maybe its time to send some e mails ..Who knows?They might get back.

Liam Mcdaid

Date: 9/23/2014 6:29:00 AM

such a deep very beautifully penned piece excellent eileen

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 9/22/2014 11:47:00 PM

ahhh, that last question is so poignant. even after the glory days, will love still remain? I sure hope it does.

Nette Onclaud

Date: 9/22/2014 1:43:00 PM

poignantly addressed, Eileen.. I also miss a lot of our friends here...this is remarkable!.. huggs

Kabuteng P.Ink K.

Date: 9/22/2014 11:38:00 AM

I must admit, silence can definitely serve as such a giant wall, sometimes you don't know whether to let it be, break it down, or go over it. Btw, sorry to disappoint you-- I didn't even try. To write I mean. I remember you saying that when you get back, you'd expect something new from me. Sorry I've got nothing. Unless of course, I try to resurrect one of my older poems. Still contemplating whether or not to. Anyhow, I hope you had a great holiday in Cyprus! :)

Charmaine Chircop
Date: 9/24/2014 7:50:00 AM

Hi Nikko..When I cant get mused to write.Many times I post a e repost..So nikko anything from you will do.Miss your poems

Eileen Manassian
Date: 9/22/2014 1:05:00 PM

Hello, my sweetie...Good to hear from you. I'm just readjusting here. My trip to Cyprus was not just a holiday...My husband and I had to pack my daughter's things and return the student flat we had rented for her for two years. There was a lot of work involved in that. She's back with me, and for that I'm so grateful. As to the soup....Ahhhhhhh....I know what you mean about not being able to make that final break. I've thought about it SO MANY TIMES...It's sad that you haven't posted something new...but I will get to that link you shared, sweetie. Been meaning to...

Kabuteng P.Ink K.

Date: 9/22/2014 11:36:00 AM

Well, my captcha made me smile, it says "bac" haha, although I must admit just for a wee bit, I have to sleep now....Hmm with what you say here, Eileen. Liked the play on "site" and "sight"....I can definitely relate to this on a certain level-- things have changed here for me for quite some time now, and I must admit that I do keep my distance, yet can never fully leave just yet. Something still holds me bac(k).contd

Eileen Manassian
Date: 9/22/2014 1:06:00 PM

That captcha was a message to you Nikko! ;)

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 9/22/2014 8:25:00 AM

You are unforgettable Eileen. While you were away I daily visited your older poetry and commented. Sometimes when we think others have changed it is as a result of changes we are going through. I know myself that my readership has dropped off significantly dispite the amount of visits I make. Peoples taste change, always looking for something new. I write for me first, I can't force beyond that.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 9/22/2014 10:28:00 AM

Thank you for that, Richard. I do appreciate it. We are old timers here...not as old as some of the others. You and I joined at about the same time. I guess everything has an expiry date. I'm not good with change...never have been. I'm learning to accept. Friendships change...they take on deeper or lighter shades. The thing is....I don't always write for me. I write for the reader...if the readers aren't there....my inspiration runs dry. Thanks for the visit and encouragement.

Dr. Upma A. Sharma

Date: 9/22/2014 4:50:00 AM

Yes dear Eileen love remains for ever! It is in the heart n no erasers available!

Eileen Manassian
Date: 9/22/2014 1:05:00 PM

Thanks, my sweet Dr Upma....I do appreciate your heart and friendship. Hugs

Demetrios Trifiatis

Date: 9/22/2014 4:43:00 AM

When love is in the heart, my dearest Eileen, the glory days would, forever, ahead be! Exquisite!

Eileen Manassian
Date: 9/22/2014 10:24:00 AM

Thank you, my dear poet. You speak wisdom.

Justin Bordner

Date: 9/22/2014 1:33:00 AM

Silence invites the soul to hear the sense of the heart Eileen. Glory lives off the Past, love lives in the moments of our waking eyes. I adore your thoughts of calm judgement, they are healthy for me. J.A.B.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 9/22/2014 4:22:00 AM

Thank you, Justin....I'm at a crossroads in my life. I don't much feel like writing an posting here anymore. The time away crystalized many things for me. Will see how it goes. I've invested so much time and energy into this place....it will be hard to find things to fill up my time. Maybe it is a passing phase...I don't know. For now...this is how I feel. You are once of the exquisite pleasures of this site. I will ALWAYS look for you...

Tim Smith

Date: 9/21/2014 4:04:00 PM

The old guard might have found new pastures or are taking a break but you and your beautiful poetry remain....Come join in our daily fun...We would be honored to have you...You are a doll .....hugs Tim

Eileen Manassian
Date: 9/22/2014 4:25:00 AM

Thanks, Tim...I'm odd man out! That's ok. I had my group...Some of them aren't coming back. :( I so miss them...I really do. You guys are great and have really made a splash here. I wish you the best. I'm not saying I'm going. I'll see how things go...I'm just voicing the pain. You've been good to me. Thanks

Casarah Nance

Date: 9/21/2014 3:05:00 PM

Sad questions, far from site I like how you said that instead of sight, reminds me how poets go to and fro from here, I adore you, grab a feather and a cap and join with swords drawn the musketeers. You are amazing, an awesome poetess and more than just one of the crowd you are a queen :) hugs

Eileen Manassian
Date: 9/22/2014 4:27:00 AM

WOW! I didn't expect these kind words...thanks ever so much. I don't think I deserve them, but it gives me joy. Groups are all about chemistry and dynamics, Cas. You guys have it going on... I had some regulars who would put a smile on my face....some have gone...and aren't coming back. I have to come to terms with that. Some of the older friends seem to have changed...That is life. Thanks for the visit.

Jan Allison

Date: 9/21/2014 2:24:00 PM

There are still many wonderful people here Eileen and we are so pleased you are back with us again after your wonderful holiday with your loved ones:-) Hugs Jan xxx

Eileen Manassian
Date: 9/22/2014 4:33:00 AM

Thanks, Jan....Yes, remain positive. That is good advice. Thanks for visiting...It means a great deal. Hugs

Jan Allison
Date: 9/21/2014 2:39:00 PM

I understand your write perfectly Eileen - I am sure no one would feel belittled they would just echo your sentiments too... I miss people Eileen have had many lovely friends leave here but new people are joining and I guess we have to look to the future and try and remain positive:-) hugs as ever my friend:-) Jan xxx

Eileen Manassian
Date: 9/21/2014 2:31:00 PM

You are so positive, Jan. Thank you. I don't mean to belittle those who are here. I hope that doesn't come across that way. I lost people who were vital to my existence. WE....Understood each other....and loved each other and were tight....as you are now with your musketeer friends. :) I miss that. I miss that so much. It is becoming increasingly more difficult for me to feel part of this site. Oh well....maybe I'm just tired. Thanks for the love you always share. God bless you.